On November 21st, Congressman Eric Sorensen of Illinois announced he would oppose H.R. 9495, the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act, after feedback from constituents and nonprofit leaders. The bill, aimed at curbing terror financing, has sparked concerns over potentially targeting nonprofits unfairly, risking their operations and subjecting them to political attacks. Sorensen emphasized his commitment to representing the views and interests of his Central and Northwestern Illinois constituents by voting against the bill to protect local nonprofits from unintended consequences.
“My number one responsibility in this job is to listen to my neighbors and make sure their voices are heard on the issues they care about,” said Sorensen. “Over the past week, we have heard from constituents and nonprofit leaders expressing their concerns with H.R. 9495. They pointed out how the bill could unfairly target nonprofits and public charities, making them vulnerable to politically motivated attacks and undermining their ability to serve our communities.”
“And later today, after listening to their concerns, I will vote against H.R. 9495. As the trusted representative for Central and Northwestern Illinois, I will always make sure my neighbors’ voices are heard in Washington D.C.”
